1988 Fiat 126 vs. 2005 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2005 Ford Ranger is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Fiat 126. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Fiat 126 would be higher. At 1,753 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Ranger (86 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1988 Fiat 126. (26 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 1988 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Ranger weights approximately 654 kg more than 1988 Fiat 126. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2005 Ford Ranger (135 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Fiat 126. (49 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Fiat 126 | 2005 Ford Ranger | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | 126 | Ranger |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 703 cc | 1753 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 26 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 49 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 648 kg | 1302 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2990 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 80 L |
